I am authoring articles for www.medium.com a blogging site for writers and political pundits. I usually read the opinions of knowledgeable authors. One such author is Ian Mitroff and expert on crisis management and a liberal leaning democrat who is leaning right on certain conservative views for better problem solving.
His "I Have a Dream" blog two weeks ago stated "I'm certainly no Martin Luther King, but I too have a Dream. Mine is that this Nation will rule up and reclaim its grip on Sanity. To this end, let me a ketch its outlines. While mine is basically a Liberal Dream I need to note that it was inspired by a longtime friend of mine who happens to be a Moderate Republican. Indeed, he proposed the creation of a New Party composed of Moderates from both sides of the Political spectrum. Even though the record of new Parties surviving is not good, I couldn't wish for it more. In fact, we need it desperately.
Let me start the conversation by laying out what I hope for from a Liberal perspective. In doing so, I'm the first to admit that at times it sounds more Progressive that it does Moderate, which is not my primary intent. But again, it’s only a starting point. the first and main thing that I hope for is balanced tickets for High Political Office. Thus, even though she voted for Trump's agenda more often than not, and far more than I like, I'd like to Liz Cheney partner with someone on the other side (I am inserting Joe Manchin). If not she, that other Moderate Democrats and Republicans need to come together and to run jointly for High Office'
Let me also lay out my stance on some of the key issues. First and foremost is Abortion. I cannot endorse any Candidate or Platform that does not make Woman's Right to Choose primary. It's a make-or-break idea. It's nonnegotiable. (I agree ... who will take care of unwanted children without a strong mother's love and guidance and father's security).
With regard of education. I strongly endorse the Rights of Teachers to have a major determining role in what they teach and how. they must be allowed to teach the true History of this country, warts and all. In this regard, Critical Thinking is the centerpiece. Students must be taught to assess the components in support or non-support of important arguments. Thus, how strong is the evidence on either side. How was it produced and by whom according to what standards? Indeed, were the strongest standards adhered to? How strong are the parts of the argument? Are the valid? Is the overall Logic sound? Why and why not? Are Reputable Authorities involved? What makes them "reputable"?
With regard to the Economy, I'm biased in favor of Liberal Economists. I'm biased
in favor of Liberal Economists. I'm thus strongly in favor of raising Tax Rates on the wealth and corporations. They should help pay in forgiving Student Loan Debt, and not the Working Class who need all the help we can give in surviving in today's tough Economic environment. In short, every benefit for the middle and upper classes needs to be coupled with benefits, for those less fortunate. State support for community Colleges and Public Universities needs to be sharply increased so it more affordable for those cannot pay for a College Education on their own. As for crime, I'm solidly against what I regard as Hairbrained proposals for refunding the Police, and the FBI. Here's where my conservative streak is the strongest. I believe in getting tough on those who break the laws. The numbers are out of control and more guns aren't the solution".
Mr. Mitroff finishes, saying "he is inviting others to propose more appealing solutions to a broader audience of concerned citizens". Mine are presented in this podcast/Ttilogy.
